Kathua, Jan 18: An open state volleyball championship under 15-17 was organized by Jammu and Kashmir State Youth and Development Association (JKYSDA) in collaboration with International Delhi Public School, Kathua today.. Bishan Singh was the chief guest for opening event, Surinder Singh were chief guest for the closing event.Surinder Singh, chairman All India Anti Counter Terrorism Front, Satpal Majotra, General Secretary Anti Counter Terrorism Front was guest of Honour for the event. Bishan appreciated the initiative taken by Ajay, President Ridhima Sports Club and the management of International Delhi Public School, Kathua. Shuchita Gupta, Director International Delhi Public School Kathua stressed that such activities should be organized from time to time for the physical development of children and to appreciate the talent of children. Around 15-20 teams from Kathua, Jammu and Pathankot participated in the event. Winner teams under 17 categories were St. Xavier's convent school, Kathua and the runner up team was Tiny Scholars School, Kathua. The winner team under 15 categories was Co-operative Public High School, Trikuta Nagar Jammu and the runner up team was Tiny Scholars School, Kathua. The management of the school congratulated the winners and also appreciated their team-spirit and co-operation. The winner teams were given trophies and participation certificates were given to the participants.